After 2020, standardized testing appeared to have been a thing of the past– until 2024, when it made its great comeback.  Over the next few months, thousands of high school students will sit down to take the SAT. But, for many of them, they have been under the impression for several years that taking either the SAT or ACT would not be a requirement for them. However, as more colleges announce they are returning to a test-required policy, it is slowly becoming apparent that th

The people of New Roads share their thoughts on the school-wide in-class phone ban. This school year, New Roads has introduced a major...

Why and how do we form opinions on this seemingly useless argument? Subconsciously, colors can affect our thoughts and provoke certain emotions. That ability is often illustrated in marketing and how companies use colors to bring out an intended reaction. Blue is a dependable, soothing color, while red is an energizing color that conveys strong emotions of love or fear. People marketing a product may have to be careful about their color choices for a better effect, but how do

The grim reality behind wilderness therapy. Since the early 1960s, the troubled teen industry’s wilderness therapy camps have thrived amongst varying communities, despite constant criticism, lawsuits, and serious allegations of child abuse. Wilderness therapy camps have a long history of leaving their unwilling participants damaged beyond their original state, yet remain open with flourishing business. Worth billions of dollars, the troubled teen industry profits off abusing

Close your eyes and try to picture your 5th-grade classroom. The loud yells, the scent of new crayons, and the endless amount of possibilities that lie ahead. But what is it about 5th grade that makes it such a special year?  Whether it was your fifth-grade teacher, a specific class, memorable field trips, or just being the role model on campus, it’s seemingly universal that fifth grade was one of the best years of your life.  First and foremost, fifth grade is considered the

Exploring the obstacles in accommodating disabled students. The 7.3 million disabled students in the US made up 15% of all students enrolled in the public school system last year. As that number climbs, an increasing number of students need accommodations to stay at the level of their peers.  In 2021, people without disabilities earned a median of $40,948, while people with disabilities earned $28,438 . As the number of students with disabilities increases, a need for accommo